It always surprised me when Jem would laugh hysterically if Ben zinged me with the ultimate joke of which I was the victim. |
The emphasis of her words doesn't escape Jem, and he suddenly feels a thrill of nervousness. |
He, along with his loyal, hothead sidekick, Jem, are members of an elite group of criminals. |
Jem raises an eyebrow, a flicker of amusement sparkling in his tired blue eyes. |
Jem and Scout lived in Maycomb, Alabama, a drowsy, isolated town where everyone knew everyone. |
You had the presence of mind to think of it, even after you'd schlepped over to see Jem. |